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Hey all. got a sore, red, swollen gum on the left side. no tooth pain or discomfort. have sinus issues though. could a sinus infection cause it?
7 doctors weighed in across 4 answers
Probably not: Your sinuses do not communicate with gum tissue around your teeth. You may have an infection that is draining, therefore no pain (no internal pressure). Please see a local dentist for evaluation.
Answered 3/13/2020
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Unlikely: Possible but unlikely. Likely cause is dental. See your dentist or oral surgeon for evaluation.
Answered 4/23/2015
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Not related: Usually, dental infection of the teeth and gums can cause sinus infection and not the other way around.
Answered 1/26/2021
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No: More likely due to tooth/teeth infection and/or gum infection. These infections require treatment. A pill won't cure, and neither will hoping the problem will self correct. Please call your Dentist.
Answered 3/13/2020
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